Summary:
The 61032 zip code area of Freeport, Illinois is home to 8 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. While the schools in this area face significant challenges, with performance generally below the state average, a few standout institutions stand out. Center Elementary School is the highest-performing elementary school, with 44.8% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 48.6% in Mathematics. Jones-Farrar International Baccalaureate is another strong performer, with the second-highest proficiency rates. Meanwhile, Freeport High School stands out as the only high school in the area, with a 89.0% four-year graduation rate.
The schools in the 61032 zip code area face significant challenges, with test scores generally below the state average in both English Language Arts and Mathematics. Chronic absenteeism is also a major concern, with all schools reporting rates significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, the schools serve a population with high rates of economic disadvantage, as evidenced by the high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 53.41% to 73%.
Despite these challenges, the data reveals some interesting variations in school performance. While the overall performance is below the state average, Center Elementary School stands out as the highest-performing elementary school in the area, suggesting that there may be factors within the school or community that contribute to its relative success. Understanding these factors could provide valuable insights for improving the performance of all schools in the Freeport School District 145.
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